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How We Score Affiliate Programmes

Our comprehensive, transparent methodology for evaluating iGaming affiliate programmes.

At AffReports, we believe that affiliate marketers deserve access to trustworthy, comprehensive, and unbiased information about the programmes they choose to promote. Our scoring system is designed to provide a fair, transparent, and consistent method for evaluating iGaming affiliate programmes across multiple dimensions.

Our Principles

Independence

Our reviews are not influenced by commercial relationships. We evaluate all programmes using the same criteria.

Consistency

Every programme is scored using the same weighted categories, ensuring fair comparisons across the board.

Transparency

We show you exactly how each score is calculated, with detailed justifications for every category.

Scoring Categories

Each affiliate programme is evaluated across six key categories, with a maximum total score of 100 points.

Commercial Terms

Max 25 points

Commission rates, payment terms, and revenue share models

  • Revenue share percentages and CPA rates
  • Negative carryover policies
  • Payment terms, minimum thresholds, and frequency
  • Hybrid deal availability

Tracking & Technology

Max 15 points

Platform reliability, tracking accuracy, and technical infrastructure

  • Platform reliability and uptime
  • Real-time statistics accuracy
  • Cookie duration and attribution models
  • API access and reporting tools

Reputation & Trust

Max 20 points

Industry standing, payment history, and affiliate feedback

  • Industry standing and longevity
  • Payment history and reliability
  • Community feedback and testimonials
  • Regulatory compliance and licensing

GEO Coverage & Acceptance

Max 15 points

Geographic reach and market availability

  • Number of accepted countries
  • Coverage of high-value markets
  • Localised marketing materials
  • Multi-language support

Affiliate Support & Management

Max 15 points

Account management, response times, and resources

  • Dedicated affiliate manager availability
  • Response times and communication quality
  • Marketing resources and creatives
  • Training and educational materials

Ease of Use & Onboarding

Max 10 points

Dashboard UX, sign-up process, and learning curve

  • Dashboard design and navigation
  • Sign-up and approval process
  • Link and creative generation tools
  • Mobile responsiveness

Score Calculation

How We Calculate

  • 1Our editors score each category based on thorough research
  • 2Category scores are summed (max 100 points total)
  • 3Final score is displayed as X.X out of 10

Score Interpretation

8.5+
Excellent
7.0+
Good
5.5+
Average
4.0+
Below Average
<4.0
Poor

Our Commitment

We regularly update our reviews to reflect changes in programme terms, reputation, and industry standards. If you believe a score is inaccurate or have additional information to share, please contact our editorial team.